The risks for oral disease in older adults are greater when the elderly are afflicted with neurological diseases that cause pain in the facial area. The level of pain is such that it severely debilitates the person from caring for himself, and thus the neglect of oral care compounds the effect of age-related ailments such as Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Dementia, and Huntington’s Disease. In a recent study published in Scientific Reports (2016), researchers have found a link between certain kinds of stroke and the presence of oral bacteria (cm-positive Streptococcus mutans). About 26% of elderly patients who were admitted to a hospital for hemorrhagic stroke were reported to have this specific bacterium. In Pasadena and other cities throughout Los Angeles County, many seniors turn to A-1 Home Care for help with oral care and other daily activities.
For the elderly and adults with developmental disabilities, having a 24-hour caregiver at home is vital to one’s physical, psychological, and emotional health. Since oral health is closely linked to all three, not just to having healthy gums and teeth, it’s important to have an in-home caregiver with extensive experience in elder care. A live-in or live-out caregiver dramatically reduces the chance of dental disease by aiding with teeth cleaning and flossing. A-1 Home Care’s highly skilled certified nurse assistants not only assist with oral care, but they also assist with taking vital signs, performing house chores, assisting with bathing and grooming, and providing transportation to and from medical appointments.
Established in 1991, A-1 Home Care has been the leading elder care provider in Los Angeles and Orange County. Thanks to our wonderful team of caregivers and care managers, A-1 Home Care is still going strong 25 years later, providing the county’s best in-home care support at the most competitive rates. Licensed, bonded, and insured, A-1 Home Care sets the bar when it comes to customer satisfaction and quality of care. No one is allowed to enter the sanctuary of your home without your approval. Each candidate is screened through two interviews, first with our experienced care managers and second with the client. Our management team is devoted to delivering reliable, compassionate, and excellent senior care to the elderly throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. A-1 Home Care accepts Veteran Benefits and long-term care insurance. Senior care is also available to anyone with our easy financing options!
For a free quote, call A-1 Home Care at (562) 929-8400 or (949) 650-3800. You may also visit us online at https://www.a-1homecare.com/ for more details.
